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1396B
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$2,950.00
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REMINGTON NUMBER 2 CARTRIDGE CANE RIFLE. SN 750. Cal. .32 RF. 29″ Gutta percha covered screw-off bbl has pull back firing mechanism with plain grip, German silver transition, and push button trigger. Firing mechanism has pop-up rear sight/ latch. Cane is faintly stamped in gutta percha with Remington address and patent dates (last 1872) along with SN at top side of bbl/ firing mechanism juncture. Bottom portion has SN, as does screw-off muzzle tip. CONDITION: Very good with numerous minor marks and scratches in gutta percha, and some cracking around firing button. German silver is nicely toned. Muzzle cap is mostly black to brown patina. Bore is excellent. Front sight bead is missing. A fine example of this scarce piece. Remington was the only major American arms manufacturer to produce a cane gun. It is estimated that fewer than 2000 were made in all types. 4-47164 MGM17 (5,000-7,000)
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2013 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |